Cast Iron Balcony Rail

c. 1936

Thomas Byrne

Associated Names
Thomas Byrne

Artist, American, 1890 - unknown

This is a drawing of an ornate iron balcony railing, accompanied by architectural details. The drawing features intricate scrollwork and decorative patterns typical of wrought iron craftsmanship. The center of the railing includes a monogram. Above the railing, there are two windows sketched with partial perspective lines. The title "The Pontalba Building" is written in the lower right corner. The overall composition showcases the artistic rendering of intricate metalwork and architectural details.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and ink and goauche on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 22.9 x 30.3 cm (9 x 11 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.11706


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: The / Pontalba Building

Wikidata ID

Q64633166

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